Obituaries

Jun 13, 2023

John Benjamin Kleinschmidt died peacefully June 13, 2023, at his home in Oconomowoc at the age of 82.

Born March 17, 1941, in Ft Benning, GA, to Benjamin Kleinschmidt and Joyce Christenson Kleinschmidt, he moved at an early age to Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. John attended Oconomowoc High School where he played football, basketball, and baseball. He was a...

Jun 9, 2023

Elaine B. Rogers (nee Gehman,) 88, died June 9 at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc.

Elaine was born in 1934 in Cleveland to Howard and Grace (nee Cook) Gehman. After graduating from Vermilion (Ohio) High School, she worked in the insurance industry and in the cost planning office of U.S. Steel in Lorain, Ohio, where she met...

Jun 9, 2023

Roger Joseph Amidei

Of Boca Raton, Florida died Friday, June 9th at Angels Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI, at the age of 93. Roger was born on April 27, 1930, in Highland Park, IL. Roger was a 1st generation Italian American born to parents Guido & Anita (Ugolini) Amidei. Roger is predeceased by his wife Dee (McFarland),...

Jun 9, 2023

William “Bill” Novakovich, age 55, passed away peacefully with his wife by his side on June 9, 2023. Bill was born on April 18, 1968 to Kenneth and Carol (nee Bhend) in Waukesha, Wisconsin.

Bill is survived by his wife of 32 years, Shelly; daughter, Nicole Lyden; sister, Kari (Duane) Kerbel; fur-babies, Mojo, Dakota and Lulu; along...

Jun 8, 2023

When Tomorrow Starts Without Me … (excerpt, by David M. Romano)

“I wish so much you wouldn’t cry the way you did today. While thinking of the many things we didn’t get to say. I know how much you love me as much as I love you, and each time you think of...

Jun 8, 2023

Dorothy “Eunice” Hecker, age 95, passed away on Thursday, June 8, 2023 in Wisconsin of natural causes. She was born on December 14, 1927 to Edwin and Gladys (Carlsen) Stabnow in Milwaukee, and lived in Pittsburgh, St. Louis, and Madison at various times in her life. Most recently she resided in the Three Pillars senior community to enjoy social...

Jun 8, 2023

Caleb Oliver Schuh was born on May 11, 2023, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, to his loving parents, Cullen and Elise. On June 8, 2023, our mighty warrior Caleb received his angel wings. He was brave, courageous, and feisty during his time on earth. Caleb was loved immensely and will be deeply missed. As a newborn, he was incredibly handsome, sweet,...

Jun 8, 2023

Marilyn Condella-Mayer

July 25,1943-June 8,2023

Marilyn was the daughter of John and Evelyn (nee: Gardinier) Condella . Marilyn is survived by her sister Joyce, sister Patti (Mike Tank) and brother Paul. She had a special relationship with great nephew Rocky Hofstetter Jr. and his wife Kaitlyn along with her forever friend Mary Sue Treado and...

Jun 7, 2023

Thomas John Frankowski

After a fearless battle with pancreatic cancer, Thomas “Tom” Frankowski, 62, ended his fight on June 7th, 2023 surrounded by his loved ones at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, WI.

Born on October 29th, 1960 in Milwaukee, Tom was the son of Thomas Sr. and Marjean Frankowski. He grew up with his sisters,...

Jun 3, 2023

James Grant Preston, age 57, passed away at Aurora Summit on Saturday, June 3, 2023. He was born December 8, 1965, in Madison, WI.

Jim is survived by his wife Beth(Redman) and son Jon Preston of Oconomowoc, WI. He is further survived by his parents, Karen(Underdahl) and John Preston of Bonita Springs, FL, his siblings:Sue Gerritsen(Mike), Harmony...

Jun 2, 2023

Ken Parker, 74, of Delafield WI, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on June 2, 2023. Ken was born on September 25, 1948 in Milwaukee, WI to Dolores and Orville Parker.

Ken is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Cathy (Semmelmann); his children, Nichole (Chad) Neumann, Joseph (Jessica) Parker, Sarah (Simon) Provan; his...

Jun 1, 2023

Keith Sam Henson, age 89, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 1, 2023. Keith was born on April 25, 1934 to Sam and Edith (nee Thornton).

Keith is survived by his children Mark (Denise) Henson, Susan Thielman and Paula (David) Franson; grandchildren, Dylan (Deanna), Lorrae (Aaron), Emma, Jacob and Leah; great-granddaughter, Parker; his loving...

May 31, 2023

Michael W. Stubbe, age 52, passed away on May 31, 2023 at his home in Okauchee. He was born on June 24, 1970 to Michael D. and Colleen (Schreiber) Stubbe in Milwaukee.

Mike is survived by his parents; his brothers, Jason and Jim; and his nieces, Miranda, Raelynn and Kado.

Private family services will be...

May 31, 2023

Tom Foti, 92 years old, of Oconomowoc passed away at home on Wednesday, May 31st surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 31st, 1930 to Sal and Lucille Foti.

Raised in Oconomowoc, Tom anchored his family here and was dedicated to the city serving for 42 years as alderman and mayor. Often known as...

May 30, 2023

Stanley D. Stoltenburg, age 84, passed away on May 30, 2023 at Wellington Place in Fort Atkinson. He was born on October 9, 1938 to Bernard and Lorraine (Grimm) Stoltenburg in Concord.

Stan is survived by his children, Greg Stoltenburg, Guy (Sue) Stoltenburg, Vickie (Gene) Greaux, Cindy Ferrick and Gary (Angele) Stoltenburg; his grandchildren, Erik Koehler, Heidi...

May 28, 2023

Marjorie Elizabeth Shipley (nee Armour) died on Memorial day, May 28, 2023 after a brief residence at Angel's Grace Hospice in Oconomowoc, WI. She was 80 years old.

She was born in Elkton, MD and grew up on the Easterm Shore of Maryland with her brother, Clifford A. Armour, Jr., her mother Dorothy E. Armour (nee Goodnow),...

May 27, 2023

Walter Eske entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on May 27, 2023, at the age of 90 years old. He was born on September 3, 1932 to Henry and Edna Eske of the Town of Oconomowoc.

Walter loved his Lord, his country, his land, and his bride. He was a man of great...

May 27, 2023

Carol J. Harris, age 71, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Lake Country Rehabilitation in Oconomowoc. She was born on January 21, 1952 to Lester and Mary (Doyle) Manke in Milwaukee.

Carol is survived by her children, Jason (Kate) Harris, Amy (Randy) Wiesman and Jenny (Joe) Fohey; her grandchildren, Elizabeth (Jeremy), AJ, Jack (Mariah), Cody,...

May 27, 2023

James G. Snyder, age 64, passed away on Saturday, May 27, 2023 at Angels Grace Hospice. He was born on December 8, 1958 to John and Joan (Jesse) Snyder in Oconomowoc.

James “Dutch” is survived by his daughters, Nichole and Naomi; his mother, Joan Snyder-Hughes; his sister, Mary Pat (Tom) Cook; his brothers, John (Susan) Snyder III,...

May 26, 2023

Kay Basile-Super, age 80, passed away on Friday, May 26, 2023 at Angels Grace Hospice. She was born on April 7, 1943 to Paul and Ruth Miller in Lincoln, Illinois.

Kay graduated from Illinois State University in 1964, beginning her teaching career in Elgin, IL. She married Al Basile in 1966 and raised two children on Okauchee...